Marquis Who's Who Honors Monica Chin for Excellence in Family Law and Distinguished Leadership as Founder and CEO of Northwest Family Law
Press Release January 22, 2026
Monica Chin is recognized for more than 16 years of experience in family law and for her leadership as founder and CEO of Northwest Family Law, where she provides strategic, client-centered advocacy in complex divorce and custody matters.
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Ms. Chin's contributions have been recognized through numerous honors, including receiving Gold for Best in the Northwest in 2025.

KIRKLAND, WA, January 22, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Monica Chin has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Ms. Chin has established herself as a leading family law practitioner, currently serving as the founding attorney and chief executive officer of Northwest Family Law P.S. since 2014. In this capacity, she manages a diverse array of responsibilities, including maintaining a select caseload, meeting directly with clients, overseeing attorneys and administrative staff, mentoring team members and guiding the firm's marketing and networking initiatives. She is also involved in administrative and financial operations. Under her leadership, Northwest Family Law P.S. has become recognized as a workplace where employees are valued, mentored and provided with opportunities for personal and professional growth. She takes particular pride in fostering a supportive environment that enables her team to thrive while delivering exceptional service to clients.

Throughout her tenure at Northwest Family Law P.S., Ms. Chin has made a significant impact on the lives of her clients, including those navigating high-conflict and safety-related family law matters. She has helped numerous individuals pursue protection, stability and financial security, empowering them to rebuild their lives. Her commitment to client well-being extends beyond legal representation, reflecting her dedication to improving the quality of life for those she serves.

Prior to founding her firm, Ms. Chin was an attorney at Main Street Law Group from 2011 to 2014. During this period, she also served as a contract attorney with Integrative Family Law PLLC, where she further honed her expertise in family law by managing complex cases and supporting clients through challenging transitions. Ms. Chin began her legal career as an associate attorney at the Law Offices of Susan Millican O'Brian and Associates from 2010 to 2011. This foundational experience provided her with valuable insights into family law practice and set the stage for her future accomplishments.

Her professional journey is supported by active membership in several prominent organizations, including the American Bar Association, the King County Bar Association and ProVisors. These affiliations have enabled Ms. Chin to remain at the forefront of developments in her field while contributing to the broader legal community.

Ms. Chin's academic background includes earning a Juris Doctor from the University of Oregon School of Law in Eugene in 2008. She previously completed a Bachelor of Arts in business law at Washington State University in Pullman in 2004. The combination of legal training and business acumen has been instrumental in her ability to build and lead a successful law practice.

The inspiration for Ms. Chin's career stems from personal experiences during her childhood and young adulthood, when she witnessed firsthand the challenges of contentious divorce and domestic abuse within her family. Although she initially avoided family law during her studies, these formative events ultimately motivated her to pursue a path where she could make a meaningful difference for others facing similar hardships. After exploring other areas of law post-graduation, Ms. Chin realized that family law was her true calling—a realization that continues to drive her commitment to helping clients overcome adversity and achieve better futures for themselves and their children.

Beyond her professional achievements, Ms. Chin is deeply engaged in civic activities and community service. Since 2010, she has served as an advocate for Family Law CASA, supporting children's interests in court proceedings. She is also involved with Hopelink through charitable work and regularly provides free legal advice to those in need. Ms. Chin has also served in leadership roles within the legal community. Ms. Chin's contributions have been recognized through numerous honors, including receiving Gold for Best in the Northwest in 2025, being nominated Mentor of the Year by the King County Bar Association in 2024 and earning distinctions from Super Lawyers and Best Lawyers.

Born in Seattle, Ms. Chin enjoys spending time with her children, attending their sports activities, traveling, scuba diving and reading science fiction outside of her professional commitments. Looking ahead, she is focused on expanding her firm's reach and reputation within family law while developing mentoring programs for new attorneys entering the field. She remains dedicated to building a brand known for comprehensive client support that addresses the many aspects of life impacted by family law matters.

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